Cats are the most popular and favorite animals to have as pets in the world. According to a recent study, there are 88 million pet cats in the U.S. alone. It has also been scientifically proven that owning a cat can reduce the risk of stress and anxiety, probably because pets are the sweetest beings to have around when you’re feeling sad or lonely.

Here at GIGGAG, we’ve gathered some of the most heartwarming photographs of the sweetest cats that will make you want to go out and get one.